Multiple Choice
According to the trade-off theory,optimal capital structure occurs when:
A) additional borrowing results in lower financial distress costs.
B) additional borrowing is offset by the interest tax shield.
C) the tax savings from additional leverage are offset by the increased costs of distress.
D) the present value of the tax shield exceeds the value of the all-equity-financed firm.
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